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A little about the Challenge:

The Science and Engineering Challenge is a nationwide STEM outreach program presented by the University of Newcastle in partnership with JCU. Through the Challenge, students experience aspects of science and engineering which they would not usually see in their school environment.

Year 10 students from across the region will battle it out for a place at the State Super Challenge by building bridges, wiring cities, building a bionic hand, constructing earthquake proof towers and designing a catapult.

When and Where:

DATE: 26 and 27 March 2025 | LOCATION: JCU Townsville, Bebegu Yumba campus, Douglas

DATE: 24 March 2025 | LOCATION: JCU Cairns, Nguma-bada campus, Smithfield

DATE: 21 March 2025 | LOCATION: TBC, Mackay

↓ All students must register their details below to attend

What you will experience

#1

A day of hands-on science and engineering activities

#2

Opportunities to discover and develop skills and talents

#3

Working in teams to solve problems

#4

A chance to represent your school

Register your details below

All Science and Engineering students will need media consent from a parent or guardian as below

First Name*

Last Name*

Email Address*

Postcode*

Contact Telephone*

School*

Current Status*

Study area of interest*

Which location will you be attending:*

Townsville

Cairns

Mackay

Please indicate if the student identifies to one or more of the following:

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander

Non-English speaking background

Medical conditions e.g. life-threatening allergic reactions, heart conditions, etc.

Dietary requirements

Please specify:

I give permission for my child to be photographed and/or filmed at the event by JCU (tick to agree)

Images and footage captured at the event may be used on the JCU website, social media platforms and in school newsletters

Parent or Guardian First Name*

Parent or Guardian Last Name*

Parent or Guardian Email*

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What you can expect on the day

• Browse our study area page

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